AAR, Vision Systems sign MoU on Electronically Dimmable Window marketing

Aviation parts and services specialist AAR (Stand S01) has signed an agreement with Vision Systems to incorporate the latter’s electronically dimmable windows (EDWs) in retrofit programs throughout Asia, the Middle East, Africa and North America.

Vision Systems EDWs, which are based on suspended particle device (SPD) technology, allow passengers to regulate sunlight penetration, glare and heat by dimming the window from clear to dark.

The EDWs are currently installed on Dassault Falcon’s developmental 5X (the skylight), the Epic 1000, Airbus Helicopters H175, a refurbished Falcon 900 and Honda Aircraft’s HA-420 HondaJet.

With the agreement, AAR and Vision Systems will also be targeting commercial airlines as possible customers for the windows. Michael Leung, managing director, AAR Engineering Services-Asia, said, “Vision Systems’ EDMs use technology to create common-sense creature comforts that enhance passenger experience, and at the same time, enable airlines to reinforce their brand and improve customer satisfaction.”